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June 25, 2024
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Bandur called the Code Enforcement Board regular meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. in the Commission Chambers of
City Hall, located at 1 N Bluford Ave, Ocoee, Florida.
INVOCATION: Member Schultz initiated the moment of silence.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Member Brennan led the Board in the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag.
. quorum present.
PRESENT: Chair Bandur & Members: Lewis, Brennan & Schultz.
Also present: Board Attorney Skip Fowler, Acting Support Services Director Doug Gaines, Code
Enforcement Clerk Justin Mieras, and Code Enforcement Officers Tobe, Loeffler, and Rodriguez.
ABSENT: Members: Mann, Fernandez, & Smalldon.
SWEARING OF OFFICERS / WITNESSES: Code Enforcement Clerk Mieras administered the oath to the Code
Enforcement Officers and to anyone intending to speak regarding a case.
CONSENT AGENDA
ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER THE CONSENT AGENDA ARE CONSIDERED TO BE ROUTINE BY THE CODE ENFORCEMENT
BOARD AND WILL BE ACTED UPON BY ONE MOTION. THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE ITEMS UNLESS
DISCUSSION IS DESIRED BY MEMBER OF THE BOARD, IN WHICH CASE THE CHAIRMAN WILL INSTRUCT THE BOARD CLERK
TO REMOVE THE ITEM FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND SUCH ITEM WILL BE CONSIDERED SEPARATELY.
A. MINUTES: May 28, 2024, Code Enforcement Board Meeting,
B. DISMISSAL OR COMPLIANCE: Acting Support Services Director Doug Gaines presented the dismissals and
compliances.
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OFFICER TORE 2109 RICHFIELD COVE DR HO SEN THI
Property in Compliance
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OFFICER LOEFFLER 204 REWIS ST BOWEN VIRGINIA ESTATE
Property in Compliance
OFFICER LOEFFLER 1 1105 OAKWOOD LN VELASQUEZ ELIONI BAUTISTA
Property in Compliance
OFFICER RODRIG �q= 617 NEUMANN VILLAGE CT =LABADY FRANTZLY
Property in Compliance
VI RUKMANIE
Continued to July 23, 2024
RIOS DAISY
Continued to July 23, 2024
OFFICER LOEFFLER 330 LITTLE SPRING HILL DR COOK, JULIE
Continued to July 23, 2024
Member Lewis, seconded by Member Schultz, moved that the consent agenda be accepted as presented. Motion carried
Member Lewls� seconded by Member Brennan, moved that Case Numbers 2024-00975, 2024-01592 & 2024-01593 be
moved to the beginning of the agenda and then revert to the original aqenda with Case Number 2024-00026 and all
remaining subsequent cases. Motion carried unanimousl .
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Violation Cited: §5l,13.
Summary:
§ 51-13. — It shall be a violation to do work related to construction without first obtaining a
Observation:
§ 51-13. — Fence and Pavers Installation Without Required Permit, Inspections and Approval.
Officer Rodriguez presented the case and gave its history. She further explained that asofJune 3S 2O24,the property b
still |nnon-comp|iance.The City asked for anOrder ofCompliance bvJuly 1S 2O24,orthereafter tobefined $2S.00per
day, until found incompliance.
Respondent Erika Grays explained she purchased the property with the fence and pavers already installed. She further
explained the pavers and fence are involved in a property line dispute with ongoing litigation. Her lawyer explained she is
not allowed to remove anything due to the ongoing litigation.
Member Brennan, moved that in Case # 2024-00975, the respondent be found in violation as cited as of April 22, 2024,
andbe given until October2l, 2024, to come into compliance orbe fined$50.00 Der day, untilfoundin compliance. Motion
died )r lack of Second.
Member Shultz, moved that in Case # 2024-00975, the compliance date set bV the Board be extended to October 21, 2024.
Motion died for lack of Secon .
Member Shultz, seconded by Member Lewis, moved that in Case # 2024-00975, the Case be continued to the October 22,
2024, Code Board Meeting,
Violation Cited: § 115-3.A.(I)
§ 115-3.A.(l) — No person shall allow or allow to remain any Junk or Debris classified as a nuisance or menace to public
health, safety and welfare.
Observation:
§ 115-3.A.(l) — Furniture in the Front Garage.
Officer Rodriguez presented the case and gave its history. She further explained that osofJune 25,2U24,the property is
still in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order of Compliance by July 15, 2024, or thereafter to be fined $25.00 per
day, until found incompliance.
Respondent Victoria Laney explained the reasons why she wished to retain the table and chairs. She further argued that
the listed code does not prohibit indoor furniture from being outside.
Member Brennan s
econded by Member Lewis -01592, the case be dismissed. Motion carried
moved that in Case # 2024
unanimousl
Member Brennan explained the dismissal was because the cited ordinance did not provide a clear enough prohibition to
having this furniture outside.
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Violation Cited: § 115'3.A.
Summary:
§ 115-3.A. — No person shall allow or allow to remain any Junk or Debris classified as a nuisance or menace to public
health, safety and welfare.
Observation:
§ 115-3.A. — Furniture Outside of Property in Front of Garage and Trash Bags.
Officer Rodriguez presented the case and explained this is essentially the same issue as case 2024'01592 so the Board
would probably dismiss.
Member Brennan, seconded by Member Lewis moved that in Case # 2024-01593 r lack clarity in
, the case be dismissed fo
the ordinance. Motion carried 3 to 1 with Chair Bandur opposed.
Member Lewis; seconded bv Member Brennan, moved that Case Number 2024-01521 be heard next and then revert to
the odginal agenda with Case Number 2024-00026 and all remaining subsequent cases. Motion carried unanimousl .
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Violation Cited: § 51-13.
Summary:
§ 51-13. — It shall be a violation to do work related to construction without first obtaining a permit.
Observation:
§ 51-13. — Door Installation on the Right Side of Property Without Required Permits, Plans, Approval and inspections,
Officer Rodriguez presented the case and gave its history. She further explained that asofJune 25,2024,the property b
still in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order of Compliance by July 15, 2024, or thereafter to be fined $25.00 per
day, until found incompliance.
Respondent |chnmre Louis explained he is in process with obtaining a contractor to obtain the permit. He asked to
pushback the recommended date and they expect to comply with the permit requirements,
Member Lewis -01521, the respondent be found in violation as
, seconded by Member Brennan, moved that in Case # 2024
cited as of May 22, 2024, and be given until July 22, 2024, to come into compliance or be fined $25. 00 per day, until Loun
in compliance.
Violation Cited: §43-7.A.(1)
Summary:
§43-7��(1)—Thekeepingoffnvv orother barnyard animalswithin residentially zoned areas isa nuisance if such animals
create excessive noise or noxious odors.
Observation:
§43-7��(1)—Barnyard Animal Noise Nuisance Roosters.
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that as of June 25, 2024, the property is still
in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order of Compliance by July 10, 2024, or thereafter to be fined $15I0per day,
until found |ncompliance.
Member Schultz seconded by Member Lewis
, moved that in Case # 2024-00026, the respondent be found in violation as
cited as of February 19, 2024, and be given until July 10, 2024, to come into compliance or be tined $15.00 per day, unti
found in compliance. Motion carried unanimousl .
Violation Cited: § 115-4.
Summary:
6115'4.—Owners shall control excessive weed or grass growths, as enumerated in § 115-3, on the property and on the
portion of the adjoining public right-of-way between the property and the street of each lot.
Observation:
§ 115-4. —Overgrown /Tall Weeds and Grass (High Visibility Corner Lot No Fence).
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. Hefurther explained that asofJune ZG,2O24,the property isstill
in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order of Compliance by July 10, 2024, or thereafter to be fined $25.00 per day,
until found in compliance. The officer further asks for permission to abate the property should the property become
vacant.
Member Lewis -01439, the respondent be found in violation as
, seconded by Member Schultz, moved that in Case # 2024
cited as of May 14, 2024, and be given until July 10, 2024, to come into compliance or be fined $25.00 per day, until Loun
in compliance and, in the event the property becomes vacant, to authorize the City to abate the property and assess the
cost to the Line. Motion carried unanimousl .
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Violation Cited: §1OD-23.G1l,§1UA-24.D,§115-4,8'§l43'27.A.
Summary:
§ 108-23.G.Q. — Every inside and outside stair or porch and any appurtenance thereto shall be safe to use and capable
of supporting the load that normal use may cause to be placed thereon and shall be kept in sound condition and good
repair.
§ 108-24.D. — It shall be unlawful to use a residential property for the storage of any abandoned motor vehicle, ice box,
refrigerator, stove, glass, building material, building rubbish, or similar items. It shall be the duty of every such owner
and occupant to keep the premises of residential properties clean and to remove all such abandoned items.
§11S-4.-0vvneorhaUrontno|excessivevveedorgnassgmowdhs,asenumoenaiedin§1l5-3,onthepnopertyandonthe
portion of the adjoining public right-of-way between the property and the street of each lot.
§ 143-27.A. — At non -pickup times, garbage carts shall be placed in side yards or rear yards and screened from view to
the extent practicable. Except as provided herein, garbage carts shall at no time be placed in the front yard of the
premises,
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§1OO-3lG.[l—Dilapidated, Collapsing, Rotted, Front Porch Roof,
§1O8-24.D.—Miscellaneous Junk and Debris inFront and Side Yards.
§1l5-4.—Overgrown / Tall Weeds Grass Front, Rear, Side Yards and Easement and Encroaching Pedestrian Sidewalk.
§ 143-27.A. — Waste Cans Stored in Prohibited Location During Non -Collection Time -Frames.
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that as of June 25, 2024, the property is still
in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order of Compliance by July 10, 2024, or thereafter to be fined $15.00 per day,
per violation, until found incompliance.
Member Lewis, seconded by Member Brennan, moved that in Case # 2024-01466, the respondent be Lound in violation as
cited as of Mav 26,2024, and be qiven until Julv 10, 2024, to come into compliance or be fined $15.00 per day, per violation,
until Lound in compliance. Motion carried unanimously.
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Violation Cited: §1O8'3G.
Summary:
§1OD'3S.—VVhenstruoturesde8eneratetotheextantthatrepair,nemova|,securin8ordemo|hionisnecessaryforthe
public health, safety and welfare, then the Code Enforcement Board is authorized to order the property owner or City
agents to repair,vacate or demolish such structures according to procedures outlined herein.
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§1OO-35.—Broken Windows C22 Street View 8'Several Side Windows) and Miscellaneous Junk and Debris inthe Back Yard
Contributing to an Unsafe & Blighted Effect on the Neighborhood,
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that as of June 25, 2O24,the property isstill
innon'comop|iance,The City asked for anOrder ofCompliance bvJuly lO 2O24,mrthereafter tohefined $25l0per day,
until found incompliance.
Member Lewis n -01512, the respondent be found in violation as
, seconded by Member Brenna_, moved that in Case # 2024
cited as of May 26, 2024, and be given until July 10, 2024, to come into compliance or be flned $25. 00 per dav, until found
in compliance. Motion Amended,
Member Lewis, seconded by Member Brennan, moved that in Case # 2024-01512, the resl2ondent be Lound in violation as
cited as ot May 26, 2024, and be given untilJuly 10, 2024, to come into compliance or be LIned$25.00 per day, until found
in compliance and, in the event the property becomes vacant, to authorize the City to abate the property and assess the
cost to the Line. Motion carried unanimousl .
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Violation Cited: §51-13.
Summary:
§51-13. — It shall be a violation to do work related to construction without first obtainingapernnit.
Observation:
§51-13. — Paver Installation Without Permit
Officer Tobe presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that asofJune 25 %O24,the property bstill in
Member Le!MiLs, seconded bV Member Brennan, moved that in Case #2023-03613, the compliance date be extended to Jul
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Summary:
§ 54-3.A.(1) —All buildings shall have the assigned building number properly displayed.
§ 108-24.D. — It shall be unlawful to use a residential property for the storage of any abandoned motor vehicle, ice box,
refrigerator, stove, glass, building material, building rubbish, or similar items. It shall be the duty ofevery such owner
and occupant to keep the premises of residential properties clean and to remove all such abandoned items.
§ 115-3.B. — No person shall allow or permit excessive growth, ten inches or more on property owned, of weeds, grass,
undergrowth, orother dead orliving plant life.
§ 1653A No person shall keep any abandoned or junk vehicle on any publicorany private property.
Observation:
§G4-3.A.(1)—NoAddress Numbers Visible from Street
y1O8'Z4.D.—Misc. Junk, Trash, Debris, Old Furniture Etc. Littering Front Yard
§115'3.8.—Portions ofProperty Have Tall Weeds and Grass; Fence Line, Back Yard and Under/Around Junk Vehicles (Side
Yard)
§ 165-3.A. —]unk / Inoperable / Untagged Vehicles Next to Home (Side Yard) Tall Weeds and Grass Around and Under
Vehicles.
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that as of June 25, 2024, the property is still
in non-compliance. The City asked for an Order Imposing Fine.
Member Lewis seconded by Member Schultz, moved that in Case #2024-00652, the Board imposes fines as of June 13
2024, as previously set by this Board. Motion carried unanimousl
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Violation Cited: §165'4.B./1\
Summary:
§ 165-4.B.(l) — Non -operational vehicles are considered abandoned and vehicles missing valid registered license plates
are considered non -operating,
Observation:
§ 165-4.B.(l) — Untagged / Expired Tag/ Inoperable Vehicle with Flat Tires on The Property.
Acting Director Doug Gmhxea explained that as of June 25 2024, the property is in compliance. No further action
§ 51-13, — It shall be a violation to do work related to construction without first obtaining a permit.
§ 188-19. A. Q' B. — Every dwelling unit shall contain not less than a kitchen sink, lavatory, tub orshower and o water
closet all in good working condition and properly connected to an approved water and sewer system. During occupancy,
there shall be provided asafe, adequate and constant supply ofpotable water. Every plumbing fixture and water and
waste pipe shall be properly installed and maintained in good sanitary working condition, free from defects, leaks and
obstructions.
§ 108'23.1. —EveryvvindovvsayhshaU be fully supplied with glass window panes or an approved substitute which are
without open cracks orholes.
§ 108-23.R.(1) & (2)—Floors, Walls & Ceilings shall be kept in sound condition; Every toilet, bathroom and kitchen floor
surface shall be constructed and maintained so as to be substantially impervious to water.
§ 108-35. — When structures degenerate to the extent that repair, removal, securing or demolition is necessary for the
public health, safety and welfare, then the Code Enforcement Board is authorized to order the property owner orCity
agents to repair, remove, secure, vacate or demolish such structures according to procedures outlined herein.
§ 115-3.A.(3) — No person shall allow or allow to remain any Junk or Debris classified as a nuisance or menace to public
health, safety d welfare.
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§51-13.—Permit required for plumbing and sewer through the City ofOcoee Building Dept.
§1O8-1q^4.&8.—Plumbing throughout the house isnot connected toaworking sewer system.
§ 1O8-23.i—Property has multiple broken windows throughout
§ 108-23.R. — Floors in bathroom and kitchen tiles broken dirty and in bad condition,
§ 108-35. — Deterioration and evidence of neglect to Rental property. Property not being maintained in a safe and sanitary
condition, Damaged floors, bathtub, toilets and sinks not working with standing dirty water, multiple broken windows
throughout the house. Property is a public nuisance to the health, safety and welfare, and needs to be vacated and/or
demolition required ifnot brought tuthe minimum standards code,
§ 115-3.A.(3) —Trash and debris on property. Beer cans and bottles, old mattresses and bottles filled with urine.
Acing Director Doug Gaines explained that as of June 35, 2024, the property is in compliance. No further action
Summary:
§ 6-4.H.(6)(b) — No more than one commercial vehicle, under one and one -half -ton, allowed on the premises
§ 165-3.A.— No person shall keep any abandoned orjunk vehicle on any public property or any private property.
§G'4H./6>/b\—Trailer Stored / Parked Front Side Yard
§ 165-3.A.— Red Truck with No License Plate Front Driveway
Officer Loeffler presented the case and gave its history. He further explained that as of June 25, 2024, the property is still
in non-compliance for section 165-3.A. only. The City asked for an Order Imposing Fine,
Member Schultz, seconded by Member Lewis -01216, the Board imposes Lines as of June 13,
, moved that in Case #2024
2024, as previously set by this Board. for the remaining violations. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMENTS
Meeting adjourned at 8:42 p.m.
ATTEST:
Justin Mieras, Code Enforcement Clerk